Sunglasses make an easy base for a fun mask (like a ﬂamingo, Batman or the famous Snapchat deer) that’s comfortable to wear. Take inspiration from New York Times best-selling author and mom of three, Cheryl Najaﬁ, who is also CEO and blogger at everydaydishes.com. She suggests starting with a craft foam sheet (from craft stores) and embellishing with markers and decorative items you likely already have at home. Get the how-to for the Halloween masks here!

(EVERYDAY DISHES)

CREEPY BLACK SNACKS

Gross-out food is all the rage at Halloween. Our simple recipes for black food will have teens gobbling and posting on Instagram until nightfall.

Mix a few drops of black gel food coloring into your favorite homemade or store-bought chocolate frosting. Top store-bought cupcakes, brownies or cookies. (Tip: Start with chocolate frosting so you’ll use less food coloring and get better ﬂavor.)

Black Bean Dip & Chips

In a saucepan over medium heat, stir together canned no-salt-added black beans (drained), salsa and chili powder (to taste). Top with cilantro and cheddar cheese, and serve with blue corn tortilla chips.

(MARY WARRINGTON)

Black Cookie Butter

Whip up this sweet spread from Mary Warrington, a Portland, Oregon, blogger at thekitchenpaper.com. Spread it on graham crackers or waffles, use as a dip for pretzels and fruit or dollop onto baked cinnamon rolls or vanilla ice cream. Get the recipe here!